viaduct

American  

[vahy-uh-duhkt] / ˈvaɪ əˌdʌkt /

noun

1. a bridge for carrying a road, railroad, etc., over a valley or the like, consisting of a number of short spans.

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viaduct British  

/ ˈvaɪəˌdʌkt /

noun

1. a bridge, esp for carrying a road or railway across a valley, etc, consisting of a set of arches supported by a row of piers or towers

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Etymology

Origin of viaduct

1810–20; < Latin via way + (aque)duct

Example Sentences

With its long arches and lights looming over the viaduct, the 6th Street Bridge has become a beacon for Angelenos and the curious.

From Los Angeles Times

His office said earlier this month that 119 miles were under construction and 58 structures, including bridges, overpasses and viaducts, have been completed.

From Los Angeles Times

Dozens more were also injured in weather-related incidents in Spain, and a viaduct in Portugal partially collapsed because of flooding.

From Barron's

Remnants of donated props and floats from parades past lie around the space under a viaduct that doubles as a driving school parking lot.

From Barron's

"The viaduct holds such a special place in my family's heart, it is devastating to see the collapse of such a well-loved and iconic landmark."

From BBC

Related Words

• overpass